"2018" is a new English song by Rod Wave and Sadie Jean from the album "Nostalgia." The song, published on the RodWave YouTube channel, features lyrics written by Rod Wave, Sadie Jean, EELmatic, Grace Enger, and David Alexander Weinstein. The… Read More
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[Verse 1: Sadie Jean]
I saw you in the back of my show last night
Standing underneath the exit sign
I know it wasn't really you, though
'Cause you were always in the front row
And I've been looking for love online
And maybe some of them are real good guys
They're never gonna be like you, though
You set the bar above the moon, so
[Chorus: Sadie Jean]
I don't wanna be twenty-something
And still in my head about
Seventeen, in my bedroom talking
You said that by now
We'd paint the walls of our shared apartment
You're still everything I want, and
I think we could work it out
So what are you doin' now?
[Verse 2: Sadie Jean]
Now that you finally got the job you like
I'm making money off the songs I write
I know you said that I could call you
I wonder if you wanna call too
Now that the future doesn't feel so far
It doesn't seem as wrong to want what's ours
And after everything that's happened
I wanna put it in the past tense
[Chorus: Sadie Jean]
'Cause I don't wanna be twenty-something
And still in my head about
Seventeen, in my bedroom talking
You said that by now
We'd paint the walls of our shared apartment
You're still everything I want, and
I think we could work it out
So what are you doin' now?
[Verse 3: Rod Wave]
Look, uh
My tongue get twisted and I don't know what to say
Should've picked up the phone, but my pride got in the way
Only nineteen and we was in and out of state
By the time I turned twenty, I was opening up for Gates
And before the money, we had everything
Should've took you out the country, but was scared of planes
All the niggas I came in the game with
Either faded or they still on the same shit
But Noonie, he lane switched
To arena tours, marble floors
Gave my life to my dream but my heart was yours
Youngin made it out the trenches, really went the distance
Something they can't ignore
Rappers pretend to be friends, but they really wanna pass me
"Wave, let's do a song," that's the first thing they ask me
Jumbotron jumpin' like I came off Degrassi
Twenty-million-dollar mansion like an athlete
But my house ain't a home 'cause I'm in it alone
Couldn't right my wrongs, so I was writin' songs
Such a successful life, but my heart is gone
Waitin' for you to call my phone
'Cause I don't—
[Chorus: Sadie Jean]
I don't wanna be twenty-something
And still in my head about
Seventeen in my bedroom talking
You said that by now
We'd paint the walls of our shared apartment
You're still everything I want, and
I think we could work it out
So what are you doin' now?
[Verse 1: Sadie Jean]
Sadie Jean starts by reminiscing about seeing someone in the audience, only to realize it wasn't them because they would have been in the front row. This signifies a longing for someone from the past who set high standards. She discusses looking for love online but realizing no one measures up to her past partner, emphasizing the deep impact they had on her life.
[Chorus: Sadie Jean]
In the chorus, Sadie Jean reflects on her teenage years and the dreams they shared, such as living together. She doesn't want to be stuck in the past, but the memories still haunt her. She questions what her former partner is doing now, highlighting her unresolved feelings and the hope that they could still work things out.
[Verse 2: Sadie Jean]
Sadie Jean acknowledges their current successes, mentioning her music career and her partner's job. She wonders if they still think about her and if they might reconnect. The future seems more attainable now, and she expresses a desire to move past their history and focus on the possibility of rekindling their relationship.
[Verse 3: Rod Wave]
Rod Wave enters by admitting his pride prevented him from reaching out. He reflects on their youth and his rapid rise to fame, regretting not taking time for their relationship. He mentions the success and wealth he's achieved, yet feels lonely without her. Despite his accomplishments, he longs for her call, indicating that his heart still belongs to her and he hasn't been able to move on.
[Chorus: Sadie Jean]
The final chorus reiterates Sadie Jean's longing for the past and the future they envisioned together. She remains fixated on the memories and hopes they can still find a way to be together. Her question, "What are you doing now?" underscores her lingering attachment and desire for closure or a new beginning.
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"2018" is a new English song by Rod Wave and Sadie Jean from the album "Nostalgia." The song, published on the RodWave YouTube channel, features lyrics written by Rod Wave, Sadie Jean, EELmatic, Grace Enger, and David Alexander Weinstein. The production was handled by EELmatic. The song was released on September 15, 2023.
The theme of "2018" revolves around nostalgia and the longing for past relationships. The lyrics delve into memories of a significant past relationship and the emotions tied to what was once envisioned for the future. Both Sadie Jean and Rod Wave reflect on their past, expressing a desire to rekindle the connection and wondering about the current state of their former partner's life. The song highlights the conflict between present success and past regrets, capturing the essence of longing and the complexity of moving on.
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The "2018" song is sung by Rod Wave.
The "2018" song by Rod Wave lyrics was written by Rod Wave, Sadie Jean, EELmatic, Grace Enger & David Alexander Weinstein.
The "2018" song by Rod Wave was produced by EELmatic.
Rod Wave released "2018" song on Sep 15, 2023.